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Your First AI Images
20-30 minutesBest for: People who have never tried AI image generation before
What You'll Do
Generate your first AI images by trying out simple prompts. This is a low-stakes, exploratory task — no specific goal, just play around and see what AI can create.
1Choose an AI image generator
Gemini: https://gemini.google.com (sign in with Google, then just type your prompt)
ChatGPT: https://chat.openai.com (type your prompt, and it will generate images in the conversation)
Ideogram: https://ideogram.ai (free account required, good for images with text)
Pick any one to start — they all work similarly!
2Try several of the sample prompts below
Just copy and paste them into the text box, hit enter, and wait 30-60 seconds for the AI to generate your image.
Realistic/Photographic
Prompt - Copy and paste this:
A golden retriever puppy playing in a pile of autumn leaves
Realistic/Photographic
Prompt - Copy and paste this:
A cozy cabin in the mountains during winter, smoke coming from the chimney, snow on the ground
Realistic/Photographic
Prompt - Copy and paste this:
A farmer's market on a sunny Saturday morning, fresh produce and flowers on display
Artistic/Painterly
Prompt - Copy and paste this:
A watercolor painting of a lighthouse at sunset, soft colors, peaceful mood
Artistic/Painterly
Prompt - Copy and paste this:
An oil painting of wildflowers in a meadow, impressionist style
Fantasy/Imaginative
Prompt - Copy and paste this:
A friendly dragon reading a book in a library filled with ancient scrolls
Fantasy/Imaginative
Prompt - Copy and paste this:
A magical forest with glowing mushrooms and fireflies at night
Practical/Useful
Prompt - Copy and paste this:
A modern minimalist living room with neutral colors, plants, and natural light
Practical/Useful
Prompt - Copy and paste this:
A simple logo design for a coffee shop, warm and inviting
Fun/Whimsical
Prompt - Copy and paste this:
A cat wearing a tiny cowboy hat, sitting on a fence at sunset
Fun/Whimsical
Prompt - Copy and paste this:
A robot chef making pancakes in a colorful kitchen
What to Notice
- •Speed: How long does it take to generate an image?
- •Accuracy: Did the AI include what you asked for?
- •Surprises: Did it add anything you didn't expect?
- •Quality: Does the image look realistic, artistic, or a bit strange?
Try Experimenting
Once you've tried a few sample prompts, experiment by:
- •Changing a detail (different animal, different weather, different color)
- •Adding a style (e.g., "...in the style of a vintage photograph")
- •Making it more specific (e.g., "...at sunset with pink and orange clouds")
- •Combining two unexpected things (e.g., "a penguin skiing in the desert")
Remember
- •Not every image will be perfect — that's normal
- •AI is good at some things (landscapes, animals, general scenes) and weaker at others (hands, text, complex details)
- •There are no wrong prompts — just have fun and see what happens!
General Tips for All Tasks
Getting Unstuck:
- •If the AI tool isn't loading, try refreshing the page or switching browsers
- •Make sure you're connected to wifi
- •If an AI-generated result isn't what you wanted, try rephrasing your request or adding more detail
- •Ask Connor for help!
If You Finish Early:
- •Try a second task option from this list
- •Help a neighbor get started with their task
- •Experiment with variations (different room, different song style, different flyer design)
Remember:
- •There's no "wrong" way to do this — experimentation is the whole point
- •AI tools are getting better all the time, but they're not perfect
- •The goal is to explore what's possible and figure out what's actually useful to you
- •Have fun!
What to Bring Next Week (Optional)
- •If you created something cool (a song, a design, a great conversation), be ready to share it
- •Bring questions about AI tools or tasks you tried
- •If something didn't work well, we can troubleshoot together